In a major development, the Sindh High Court (SHC) has stopped the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) from taking any strict action against fashion designer Nomi Ansari. The FBR accused him of being involved in tax evasion worth over Rs1 billion. However, the court has put the brakes on the case—for now.
Fashion Designer Fights Back in Court
The case took a dramatic turn on Thursday. A two-judge bench of the SHC, led by Acting Chief Justice Muhammad Junaid Ghaffar, ruled in favor of Nomi Ansari and his employee, Imran Musil. The court also issued notices to the FBR and other involved parties. Moreover, it has called them to appear in court on May 23.
Nomi Ansari and his team argued that the FIR registered on April 18 is illegal. According to his lawyers, it was filed without proper authority. In addition, they said it violated a previous SHC order that protected Ansari in a related matter.
Claims of Unlawful Raid and Sealing
The legal team also revealed that the FBR carried out a raid on the designer’s premises. They claimed the premises were sealed without proper legal grounds. As a result, Ansari challenged this action in court. In response, the SHC had already suspended the sealing order last month.
What Happens Next?
The court has now asked the FBR officer who filed the FIR to explain his actions in the next hearing. Clearly, the Nomi Ansari tax evasion case is far from over.
This case is a reminder of how legal power plays out in high-profile tax matters. As it continues, the spotlight remains firmly on the Nomi Ansari tax evasion case and what it means for other public figures.
